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There are an increasing number of family friendly cruises, offering as many exciting activities for kids as there are for adults. Family cruises are a great way to see a variety of places in one holiday and you can relax in the knowledge that the kids definitely won’t get bored. Waking up in a new port every morning to explore a new destination is exciting stuff, if you can get them off the activity-filled ship, that is!
Cruising and family holidays are extremly well suited. You can be confident that a cruise ship is a safe and well cared for environment for your children. Although only a minority of cruise ships do not cater for families, you can be sure many ships do have ample facitilies for families. These include daily programmes which offer a variety of activities designed to keep kids entertained and adults relaxed.
Our experienced staff can advise you of the best cruise option for you and your family. Call today on 0871 781 9877 to make an enquiry or to secure your booking.
If you want to escape during the long summer break, ask us about summer cruises. Caribbean, Mediterranean or maybe a more exotic, far flung destination, the choice is yours. Our Cruise Specialists can advise you on the perfect family cruise holiday and the ideal destination.
Ocean Village offers ultimate family cruises. Older kids have a separate area complete with Playstations, and for little ones there are soft play areas and paddling pools. Dining is easy – even for the fussiest little eaters, with flexible 24/7 dining and a special kids’ tea.
A Royal Caribbean cruise is also a great option for a family cruise with a teen-only nightclub, activities centres and age appropriate activities for seven age groups. On some Royal Caribbean ships there are rock climbing walls, ice rinks and surf machines – great if your kids are of the get-up-and-go variety and ideal to make your family cruise a relaxing and memorable one.
For the ultimate family cruise holiday, ask our Cruise Specialists about a Disney cruise. We can combine a Walt Disney World stay with a cruise on-board the Disney Wonder or Disney Magic. What better way to extend the magic after a fun-filled week in the Walt Disney World Parks than to sail with Mickey on a Walt Disney cruise? Give us a call and we can help you find the best family cruise for you and give you details of the latest family cruise deals.
Cruising is very much like a package holiday. Your transportation, meals, accommodation, live entertainment and many activities are included in the price. If you are booking a four birth cabin for four passengers passengers 3 and 4 may be eligible for a reduced rate. For further details about which cruise lines offers this discount please call 0871 781 9877 where one of our cruise specialists will be able to advise you accordingly.
A cruise ship is a controlled environment. Whether above or below decks, cruise ships are designed with the safety of families in mind. Some cruise lines offer two way radios or beepers for your children while onboard, however, please ask for this facility when booking your cruise as many cruise lines have limited availability.
If the age of your kids ranges from toddler to teenager then you will find many cruise ships that will provide activities for children of all ages and some cruise ships even offer activities both onboard and onshore including activities centred around the ports of call. Usually split into 3 age ranges, theses groups are a great way for you and your children to make new friends onboard and give you and your partner some time together and piece of mind knowing your kids are having fun in a safe and supervised environment.
Cruise ships only use experienced qualified staff so you can be sure they’re in good hands. All cruise lines are full insured for supervision, many will be qualified in First-Aid. Please ask at the time of booking about the specific criteria your cruise lines of choice places on its youth workers.
Carnivals ‘Fun Ships’ offer 5 kids clubs with ages ranging from 2 to 17 years. Children’s menus are also available.
Disney Cruise Line ® have activities & excursions designed for the whole family. Cabins are designed for families being more spacious and including split baths in most staterooms.
Ocean Village offer kids clubs for children from 6 months up to 17 years. Childrens menus are available 24 hours a day and a selection of baby foods are available, although you should advise the crew as early as possible. A night nursery is available, family cabins, onshore activities and family hotels for cruise and stay.
Holland America Cruises offers two kids clubs; Club HAL for ages 3 to 12 and The Loft for ages 13 to 17. Children’s menus are available as is a baby-sitting service.
NCL offer a ‘Kid’s Crew’ programme organised into 4 age groups from 2 to 17 years. Larger cabins are available on some ships for extended families. Freestyle family dining is also available.
Princess offer a free kids programme of education and entertainment for children aged 3 to 17 years. They are split into 3 age groups and activities run from 8am to 5pm. There are minimum age restrictions on selected ships.
Royal Caribbean offer 8 different groups for children aged 6 months to 17 years. Family Destinations and Shore & Land Excursions are available as is the kids menu and evening programmes. Join your 6 to 36 months old in the fun of Fisher-Price Aqua Babies and Aqua Tots. Also available is ice-skating and karaoke, talent shows and bingo tournaments.
P&O Cruises offer clubs, games and activities suited to specific age ranges. A night nursery and an in-cabin listening service ensure your peace of mind. Inter-connecting cabins and cabins with extra beds or sofa beds are also available.
Thomson Cruises offers entertainment and activites for children aged 3 up to their teens. A wide range of meals and snacks are available on their childrens menu. Reduced prices and exemptions on supplements are also available for families.
Island cruises offers Palmy’s Pals kids’ club for children aged between 3 and 6 years and Palmy’s Crew is for 7-11 year-olds. All bars and restaurants have kids menus and a 24-hour dining option is available.
We advice that if you are cruising with your family you should ensure that you know the answer to any of the following questions that are applicable to you.
Offers are subject to availability at the time of booking. Should the cruise deal you’d like not be available our travel consultant will offer you an alternative.
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